Leading Edge Materials closes first tranche of CAD 6 million private placement, raises CAD 4.01 million

• Leading Edge Materials closed a first tranche of a C$ 6 million unit private placement, raising C$ 4.01 million.
• Issued 16,032,000 common shares at C$ 0.25 per share, each paired with one warrant.
• Warrants carry a C$ 0.40 exercise price, expiring two years from the closing date.
• Cornerstone shareholder Eric Krafft committed to subscribe for any units not taken up by investors.
• Proceeds earmarked for Sweden and Romania projects, including Norra Kärr pre-feasibility and permitting, alongside general corporate purposes.

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